Why does remote start not work when the hood is open?
Remote start will not work if the hood is open or the BCM thinks it is. It also will not work if there are any codes that would turn on the Service Engine Soon light. If the Keyfix doesn’t fix the problem, check your hood sensor, which is on the hood latch. Remote start will not work if the hood is open or the BCM thinks it is.
Why is remote starter not working but unlock does?
If the Keyfix doesn’t fix the problem, check your hood sensor, which is on the hood latch. Remote start will not work if the hood is open or the BCM thinks it is. It also will not work if there are any codes that would turn on the Service Engine Soon light. Click to expand… No service engine light or any lights at all. What do I look for?
What to do if your car remote start is not working?
Double check your engine coolant and oil temperatures: If the engine coolant temperature is too high or the oil pressure is too low, remote start is disabled! After you have let the car cool down for 5-10 minutes and rechecked the levels, retry the start procedure.
Why is my remote start light not working?
If the ‘Check Engine Light’ or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is illuminated, the remote start will not work. Don’t panic, one of the reasons the MIL can illuminate is due to a loose gas cap! Reseal the cap, restart the car, and retry step #1! If none of the other solutions have fixed your problem, try replacing the battery in the fob.
What to do if your remote start does not work?
If you can lock and unlock your doors just fine but ONLY the remote start does not work, you may be in valet mode. If you purchased your remote start FROM US, we can gladly walk you through the procedure to take the vehicle out of valet mode. If you are more comfortable having us walk you through it in person, by all means, stop by the shop.
Are there any push to start remote starters?
Compustar and Arctic Start remote starters are compatible with most push-to-start vehicles. Through a proprietary process called “KLON”, our systems duplicate the aforementioned RF signal passed from the vehicle’s original smart key to the ignition system.
When do I Ask my remote start to activate?
Over the years, Enormis has installed thousands and thousands of remote starters and has built a loyal following in northern Pennsylvania. But what about when you ask your remote start to activate, and nothing happens? When it is winter time, the thought of going out to a frosty, cold vehicle is not very appealing.
How old do you have to be to reset your remote starter?
If your car is five years old or newer, you’re likely in for a trip to the dealership; many new transponder keys can only be reset by the service department. But for older cars, The Drive’s crack How-To department is here to help and get that remote working once again.